Towra Point Nature Reserve is listed as a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention because it supports rare and threatened species and ecological communities, endangered and migratory birds, and other wetland habitats in the area.
The site covers 632 ha and contains around 60% of saltmarsh and 40% of the mangrove communities in the entire Sydney region.
It provides critical roosting and feeding habitat for a high volume of migratory shorebird species, including the endangered eastern curlew and little tern.
Towra Point Nature Reserve’s vulnerable habitat is at risk from pest animal species, invasive weeds and climate change.
Greater Sydney LLS staff will undertake bush regeneration, weed and pest animal control, vegetation, bird and/or bat, and pest animal surveys, debris removal, engage with the community via special events and education materials and support local Aboriginal communities to continue cultural practices on Country.
This project is funded by the Australian Government Natural Heritage Trust and delivered by Greater Sydney Local Land Services, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel.
